Welcome to Class!

Training a puppy is a journey. This 4-week curriculum is designed to build trust, establish communication, and master the basics using positive reinforcement.

5-10m Session Length
Daily Frequency
Treats Main Tool
Puppy Graduate

Week 1: Trust & The Basics

Building the bond and learning their name.

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Name Recognition Game

Say name → Puppy looks → Mark "Yes!" & Treat. Repeat 10x.

Introduce "Sit"

Use a food lure over the nose to guide hips down.

Potty Training Schedule

Take out after eating, sleeping, and playing. Reward heavily outside.

Week 2: Impulse Control

Learning to wait and come when called.

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Master "Sit"

Fade the food lure. Ask for a sit before meals.

Introduce "Come"

Play recall games in a hallway or fenced yard.

Crate Games

Toss treats in crate, let puppy enter/exit freely to build value.

Week 3: Settling Down

Adding duration and relaxation.

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Introduce "Down"

Lure from sit to floor. Patience is key.

Short "Stay"

Start with 1-2 seconds. Don't add distance yet.

Handling Drills

Touch paws, ears, and mouth while giving treats.

Week 4: Advanced Manners

Self-control and safety commands.

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Introduce "Leave It"

The "It's Yer Choice" game with food in hand.

Add Distance to "Stay"

Take one step back, return, reward.

Socialization Outing

Visit a new place (park, friend's house) and reward calmness.

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